Allison Beckstrom is
committed to her work tracing illegal spells. Now, there’s an apocalyptic storm
bearing down on Portland, and when it hits, all the magic in the area will turn
unstable and destructive. To stop it from taking out the entire city, Allie and
her lover, the mysterious Zayvion Jones, must work with the Authority—the
enigmatic arbiters of all things magic—and take a stand against a magical
wildstorm that will obliterate all in its path.

" The first book in this series sets up the world and the tropes in that world, but the plotline is a bit convoluted at first. The second and subsequent books get even better! "

Mistress ~ â™ Mistral's Kiss â™ ~ (Mist) | 2/11/2014

" There is way too much complexity in this spiffy piece of Urban fantasy for my happily muddled mind to express right now. All I'll say is buy it, read it now, read it fast. You can thank me later. "

Aimee | 2/7/2014

" I guess I was hoping for more. I'd love to come across a new author that I can't get enough of. I was hoping this would be it. I feel like the romantic relationship was way too rushed and forced. I actually skimmed through the romantic parts because I was really turned off by them as a couple. I thought the magic part was pretty well thought out and interesting. She probably should have held off on the relationship and built more tension since it is the first book in a series. "

khryseda | 1/20/2014

" A little dull..but somewhat original. The story was like a 2D game, it had very little depth. "

Karen Helmle | 1/6/2014

" I liked it, didn't love it. There were parts that were exciting. I think it has great potential to be a really good series so I am going to try the next in the series. "

Tess | 11/24/2013

" Read this on holiday, nothing too heavy. I enjoyed the new spin the author put on the nature and origin of magic. "

Jesyka James | 9/28/2013

" It wasn't a bad book. I liked it. It had some really interesting parts. I really liked Zayvion. I already bought the next three so I'll probably start on book two soon. "

Becky | 8/5/2013

" Set in Portland, this was a different kind of book for me. I don't usually go for JUST magic users. And I really did enjoy this entire story. I love books that are placed in places I know so this was wonderful. And the side trips to Burns made me giggle. "

Brenda | 2/4/2013

" This book is written amazingly well! An enjoyable read! "

Patty | 1/8/2013

" Started out slow...but guess had to build up the world and back story...but I got hooked. Goning to read next in series. "

Diane | 12/12/2012

" Very nice. I was getting burned out on urban fantasy because of not liking several books I've tried to read recently. This book is restoring my love. Well written, great NON-CONFUSING world-building, and interesting characters. Funny, smart, unique and unpredictable. "

M | 8/12/2012

" Who couldn't use a little Zavyion in their lives? Will look for Book 2 and see where this leads... "

Charmaine Lily | 1/27/2012

" Really addictive storyline, just wish the series had a better title! "

Kasey | 10/19/2011

" A good start to the series. I really enjoyed Allie and her world. There are some slower points, but that is to be expected especially in the first book. I'm really looking forward to the next book in this series. "

Hope | 9/4/2011

" Outstanding. I stayed up all night reading it. While I was unsure about Zay after the last book, I'm on his side again now.
"

Jennifer | 6/14/2011

" Wow, the ending really ramps up the action. Glad I had the next one checked it and ready to go! A little slow at first, but the ending makes up for it. I'll have to reread the first three books again to really appreciate the whole story though.
"

Gina | 5/15/2011

" Ok-quickest review ever because I want to go straight to the next one...this book has a ton of action, the War that has been threatening since the first book and one Hell of a cliffhanger...literally. Read it-it's awesome!
"

Chade66 | 4/27/2011

" Okay, where's the next one!!!! I do love these books.
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Irena | 4/12/2011

" This one started out slow, but built to a satisfying conclusion. If you haven't read the first books, you are going to be totally lost in this one. This series cannot stand alone book by book. It needs to be read in order. She is still dealing with the same issues as last book.
"

Nora-adrienne | 2/21/2011

" Devon Monk is a truly inspired writer, and she inspires me to read all of the Allie Beckstrom Series. I'm moving on Magic at the Gate with is the latest book in the series.
"

Nicole | 12/20/2010

" How dare it just end, just end. Not fair. Good thing I have the next book.
"

Jen | 12/16/2010

" Finished reading this book for the 2nd time - I love it - I laugh, I cry :) Ally Beckstrom is awesome!

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Deanna | 12/7/2010

" Excellent book, very well written. I thought the story line flowed very well. I loved the twists in the story.
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About the Author

Devon Monk is the author of the Allie Beckstrom, Age of Steam, and House Immortal series. She has sold over fifty short stories to fantasy, science fiction, horror, humor, and young adult magazines and anthologies, and her stories have been included in a Year’s Best Fantasy anthology. She lives in Oregon with her family.

About the Narrator

Emily Durante’s recent performance credits on the East Coast include commercial and industrial voice work and a multitude of audiobook narrations. She has also directed audiobooks, including the Earphones Award–winning performance of Heaven’s Keep narrated by Buck Schirner. Emily resides in the Philadelphia area with her husband and two young boys.

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